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After your studies

Our programmes combine business, economics and law, in order to reflect our competencies and to respond to the demand of employers.

After graduation you become one of our alumni
The word alumni refer to graduates of an educational institution. After graduating from the School of Business, Economics and Law you become one of our highly valued alumni. Therefore it is very important for us to keep in touch. You can read more about our alumni network here.

What do our students do after their graduation?
Since 2008 the School of Business, Economics and Law have conducted surveys to follow up on our alumni and find out what they do after graduation. The surveys aim to answer questions regarding our alumni position one year after graduating and to find out where they end up working, what their salary is, and within which sectors they work.

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What happens after your studies?

The survey comprises 214 students who took a Master’s degree in 2024. Survey response rate: 73%.

Graduates hired quickly

79% of the Master’s students found employment within 6 months of completing their studies. 57% found positions before they completed their studies. 

Education university required
96% of the Master’s students stated that their first job required university education.

Average monthly salary

The Master’s students initial salary has a median of 37.000 – 39.999 SEK.

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Highly recommended

89% of the Master’s students would recommend the School to prospective students.

Top industries and sectors

Finance and insurance – 21%

Business consultancy – 20%

Manufacturing – 16%

Transports and logistics – 9%

Retailing – 8%